What
Is MSSP Certification?
Formal validation that a Managed Security Service
Provider meets defined security standards
Covers policies for threat detection, incident response and risk management
Conducted by independent auditors
Core Security Standards
ISO 27001: Information security management requirements
SOC 2: Controls for security, availability and confidentiality
PCI DSS: Protection of cardholder data
GDPR: Personal data privacy in the EU
Provider Benefits
Builds credibility and market differentiation
Demonstrates commitment to best practices
Opens doors to regulated industries
Reduces liability through proven controls
Client Advantages
Verifies consistent protection and response capabilities
Simplifies vendor risk assessments
Helps meet their own compliance requirements
Lowers risk of breaches and fines
Certification Process
Gap Analysis: Identify missing controls
Policy Documentation: Define processes and roles
Audit & Testing: Review evidence, run pen tests
Remediation: Address findings and retest
Maintaining Certification
Schedule regular internal reviews and updates
Track changes in regulations and standards
Plan annual or biannual recertification audits
Continuously train staff on security practices